Season Review · April 24, 2026
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Lisburnsle's Season 17 was a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a tough fight to stay competitive in Division 6. Finishing in 10th place out of the league's 32 teams, the club amassed 23 points from 7 wins, 2 draws, and 13 losses. Despite their efforts, the team conceded 78 goals—an area that clearly needs attention—resulting in a goal difference of -23. Interestingly, the team’s top scorers contributed significantly, but the overall defensive frailty was evident throughout the season, making it a true test of resilience. The fun fact of the season? A goal difference of -23 highlights the defensive struggles that persisted across the campaign.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
10th
Points
23
Record
7-2-13
GD
-23
Gary "Nano" Pettit-Thompson IV
Lead Football Journalist
The Match & Season Desk
Data-first, narrative-second. If it happened on the pitch, Gary filed it.
A Columns Desk filing — visual season centre first, then the full notebook.
Season Centre
The campaign in pictures — before the filing.
Position
10th
Points
23
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-4-1-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Stefan Iliev
LCM
10 contributions
Top scorer
Luis Carrizo
CF
6 goals
Top assists
Stefan Iliev
LCM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 23
- P25
- Scoring
- 55
- P46
- Defence
- 78
- P21
- Goal difference
- -23
- P21
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-2-13
Wins
7
32%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-23 GD
Goal Contributions
Luis Carrizo
CF · 6G · 1A
7
Carlos Larrosa
AM · 5G · 2A
7
Ramon Chavez
CF · 5G · 3A
8
Marius Martin
DM · 3G · 1A
4
Chris George
CM · 3G
3
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview
Filed by
Gary Nano
Lisburnsle's Season 17 was a challenging journey marked by defensive struggles and a tough fight to stay competitive in Division 6. Finishing in 10th place out of the league's 32 teams, the club amassed 23 points from 7 wins, 2 draws, and 13 losses. Despite their efforts, the team conceded 78 goals—an area that clearly needs attention—resulting in a goal difference of -23. Interestingly, the team’s top scorers contributed significantly, but the overall defensive frailty was evident throughout the season, making it a true test of resilience. The fun fact of the season? A goal difference of -23 highlights the defensive struggles that persisted across the campaign.
Throughout the season, Lisburnsle showed moments of promise and individual brilliance, but consistency proved elusive. The squad battled hard, with several players stepping up in attack and midfield, yet defensive lapses often cost valuable points. The season was a testament to their fighting spirit, even if the results didn't always reflect their effort.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Luis Carrizo led the attack with 6 goals and 1 assist
- Ramon Chavez contributed 5 goals and 3 assists in just 6 appearances
- Marius Martin was a consistent presence in midfield with 16 appearances
- Strong individual performances despite overall team struggles
- Demonstrated resilience and fighting spirit throughout the season
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Lisburnsle moving forward should be strengthening their defensive organization to reduce conceding goals. Consistency across the squad and defensive discipline will be crucial in turning close matches into wins. Additionally, building squad depth and maintaining fitness levels could help sustain performance throughout the season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Lisburnsle's Season 17 was a tough campaign characterized by defensive vulnerabilities and a fight to stay afloat in Division 6. The team showed flashes of individual brilliance and resilience, but overall defensive frailty and inconsistency hampered their progress. Strengthening defensive cohesion and maintaining attacking momentum will be key areas to focus on in the next season. With a committed squad and strategic improvements, Lisburnsle can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign ahead.